Istanbul to Athens by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Athens by bus takes about 26h 06m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 25m.
Recommended route
€136
26h 06m·2 transfers
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busİstanbul Alibeyköy → İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus - 2busİstanbul Esenler Otogarı → SofiaFlixBus
- 3busSofia → AthensFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €136 | 26h 06m | 2 transfers |
| flight | €48 | 1h 25m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Athens by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Athens take by bus?
About 26h 06m, 2 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Athens?
The best price in our latest check was €136. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Athens?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 25m. It is cheaper too, at €48.
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